Lone Definition
lone
adjective
- lacking companions or companionship; "he was alone when we met him"; "she is alone much of the time"; "the lone skier on the mountain"; "a lonely fisherman stood on a tuft of gravel"; "a lonely soul"; "a solitary traveler"
- characterized by or preferring solitude; "a lone wolf"; "a lonely existence"; "a man of a solitary disposition"; "a solitary walk"
- being the only one; single and isolated from others; "the lone doctor in the entire county"; "a lonesome pine"; "an only child"; "the sole heir"; "the sole example"; "a solitary instance of cowardice"; "a solitary speck in the sky"
"Lone" in song lyrics
See how lone is used in real songs:
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"when I'm posted getting my weed on, leave me 'lone"
Almyghty Myghty Pythons (Souls of Mischief and The Pharcyde) — Curb Your Nerve -
"And leave it alone, 'lone"
Bizzy Bone — We Play -
"She must like the taste, she won't leave me 'lone"
Bubba Sparxxx f/ Timbaland — Lovely
Words that rhyme with lone
Usage tips for "lone"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "lone" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for lone to find words that pair well.